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| Thimbleby St Margaret (church's own photo), |
Detailed exhibition from14th century; photograph of 18th century church; details of reconstruction of beautiful new spire and tower, completed in 2018. Exhibition also describes faulty construction of church plus descriptions of thatched 16th century cottages linked to Jamestown, Virginia, USA. Chalice used at monthly service dates c1550 and thought to have been given by Queen Mary (1553-1558) who had living of Thimbleby within her gift. When St Margarets was rebuilt in 1879 it contained no stained glass. Beautiful memorial windows were constructed in 1920, 1973 and 1975. Reredos depicts Last Supper. Hand-sewn quilt presented to church by lady in Nebraska USA.
Opening Times: 5-6th September
Postcode: LN9 5RE
Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9am–5pm
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